Precor Bicycle Accessories C846 User Manual

Commercial Self-powered Cycle

Owner’s Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Never place your hand(s) or feet in the path of the pedal because injury

may occur to you or damage may occur to the equipment.

Never operate the unit if it is damaged, if it is not working properly, if it

has been dropped, or dropped in water. Return the unit to a service

center for examination and repair.

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Keep the optional battery recharger cord away from heated surfaces.

Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where

oxygen is being administered.

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Do not use outdoors.

Do not attempt to service the C846 yourself other than the assembly

and maintenance instructions found in this manual. Refer to Obtaining

Service on page 7.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND PROPER DISPOSAL

The self-powered C846 has an internal battery that must be removed before the

C846 is scrapped.The battery contains materials that are considered hazardous

to the environment.Federal law requires proper disposal of the battery.

SAFETY APPROVAL

When identified with the ETL-c logo, the C846 has been tested and conforms to

the requirements of CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-94, Safety of Household and Similar

Electrical Appliances.

EUROPEAN APPLICATIONS

This product conforms to the requirements of the European Council Directive 89/

336/EEC, Electromagnetic Compatibility and has been tested to the following

standards:

EN55022, Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information

Technology Equipment (Class A).

EN50082-1, Generic Immunity Standard for Residential, Commercial and Light

Industrial Products (Class A).

This product additionally conforms to the requirements of the European Council

Directive 73/23/EEC, LowVoltage Directive and has been tested to the following

standard:

IEC 335-1, Safety of Household and similar Electrical Appliances.

Important: In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interfer-

ence, in which case the user is responsible to take adequate measures to allevi-

ate the interference.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ..........................................2

Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .............................. 3

Safety Approval ..................................................................... 3

European Applications ........................................................... 3

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) ........................................ 6

C846 Self-powered Features .................................................. 6

Obtaining Service................................................................... 7

About this Manual .................................................................. 7

Unpacking the C846.........................................................8

Standard Equipment ............................................................... 8

Other Equipment .................................................................... 8

Setting Up the C846 .........................................................9

Hardware Kit .......................................................................... 9

Installation Requirements ....................................................... 9

AdditionalTools Needed ......................................................... 10

Assembly Instructions ........................................................... 10

Supplying Power to the C846.................................................. 14

Testing the Heart Rate Display ............................................... 14

Club Information.............................................................15

Changing the Club Settings .................................................... 15

Changing the Units of Measure .............................................. 17

Setting a Workout Time Limit.................................................. 17

Setting a Pause Time Limit .................................................... 17

Limiting the Resistance Range ............................................... 18

Customizing a Course ............................................................ 19

Viewing the Odometer, Hours of Use,

SoftwareVersion and Error Log .............................................. 19

Using CSAFE Standard Equipment ........................................ 20

The C846 Display ...........................................................22

Features on the Display Console............................................ 22

SmartRate® Display .............................................................. 22

Upper Display......................................................................... 23

Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown ............................... 23

Lower Display......................................................................... 24

Keys on the Display Console.................................................. 26

KeypadTips ........................................................................... 26

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Table of Contents

Exercising on the C846 ..................................................29

Adjusting the Seat.................................................................. 29

Using the Heart Rate “Touch” Capability ................................. 30

Workout Tips .......................................................................... 30

Quick Steps to Working Out ................................................... 31

Cooling Down After aWorkout ................................................ 32

Pause, Cool Down, Summary and Exit Features .................... 32

Selecting a New Course During a Workout ............................. 34

Courses...........................................................................35

Course Features..................................................................... 35

The Heart Rate Feature andTarget Zones .............................. 36

The SmartRate^®Feature......................................................... 37

Manual Mode and the QUICKSTART^TMKey............................ 38

Cross Country and Hill Climb Courses.................................... 38

Random Course ..................................................................... 39

Interval Courses ..................................................................... 39

Watts Control Course ............................................................. 39

Heart Rate Control Course ..................................................... 40

Weight Loss Course ............................................................... 40

Resistance Custom Course.................................................... 40

Goal-based Courses ............................................................... 41

Fitness Test............................................................................ 41

FitnessTest Guidelines .......................................................... 41

Fitness Test Scores ............................................................... 42

Maintenance ...................................................................43

Inspection .............................................................................. 43

Cleaning the Equipment ......................................................... 43

Storing the POLAR^®Chest Strap ........................................... 43

Adjusting the Seat’s Side to Side Movement on the

C846 Recumbent ................................................................... 44

Servicing the C846 and LongTerm Storage ............................ 45

Using the Optional Battery Recharger .................................... 45

Heart RateTroubleshootingTips ............................................. 46

Upright ExplodedViews.......................................................... 47

Recumbent ExplodedViews ................................................... 52

Warranty Registration ............................................................. 58

Specifications ............................................................back cover

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RFI — RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

Federal Communications Commission Part 15

The C846 has been tested and found to comply with,

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the IEC EMC Directive (international electromagnetic compatibility certification)

the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a commercial installation. The C846 generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-

dance with the owner’s manual instructions, may cause harmful interference

to radio communications. Operation of the C846 in a residential area is likely

to cause harmful interference. If this occurs, the user will be required to

correct the interference at his or her own expense.

Per the requirements of the Federal Communications

WARNING —

Commission, changes or modifications to this

product,not expressly approved by Precor,could

void the user’s authority to operate the product.

Canadian Department of Communications

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis-

sions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the

Canadian Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioéélectriques dépassant

les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescrites dans le

Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministére des Communi-

cations du Canada.

C846 SELF-POWERED FEATURES

The power source for the C846 is the user.When a person works out on the C846

and moves the foot pedals at a pedal speed above 20 revolutions per minute

(RPM), the power that is generated allows the C846 to function properly.

Informational displays appear when the battery is low or when the user has stopped

pedaling during a workout. The display provides minimal instructions to let you

know what to do to retain power.If the messages are ignored, the C846 will begin

shutdown procedures to maintain the charge of the battery. Refer to page 23,

Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown.

An optional battery recharger can be purchased and provides sustained power to

the C846. If you plan to customize your unit (refer to Club Settings section), the

optional battery recharger is highly recommended.To purchase the optional battery

recharger, check with your dealer.

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OBTAINING SERVICE

Do not attempt to service the self-powered C846 yourself except for the maintenance

tasks described in this manual. The C846 does not contain any user-serviceable

parts.For information about product operation or service, contact an authorized Precor

Commercial Products Customer Support Representative at 1-888-665-4404.

To help customer support personnel expedite your call, have your serial number

available. The serial number can be found on a label near the optional battery

recharger receptacle on the side of the cycle.

Model number: C846

Unit number: _____ Serial number: _____________________________

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Inside this manual, you will find instructions for installing and using the self-powered

C846. To maximize the use of the C846, please study this manual thoroughly. The

manual uses the following conventions for identifying special information:

Note: Contains additional information that applies to the preceding text.

Important: Indicates information to which you should pay special attention.

CAUTION: Indicates steps or information necessary to prevent harm to your-

self or damage to the equipment.

WARNING —

Provides instructions to prevent electrical damage to

the equipment and prevent injuries to yourself.

DANGER —

Indicates steps you must take to prevent electrical shock.

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Unpacking the C846

Thank you for purchasing the Precor self-powered C846. Built to the exacting

standards of the health club environment, the C846 is intended for commercial

use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance.

Important: Before using the C846, we urge you to familiarize yourself and your

staff with the entire Owner’s Manual.Understanding this manual will help you and

other personnel use the C846 safely and successfully.

The C846 Upright or C846 Recumbent self-powered unit is carefully tested and

inspected before shipment so it should arrive in good operating condition. Precor

ships the unit in the following pieces:

❑ base frame assembly

❑ front assembly (includes display console and, on the C846 Upright, handle-

bars)

❑ owner’s manual, hardware kit, and limited warranty registration card

CAUTION:The C846 is heavy (up to 170 pounds or 77 kilograms).To avoid

injury and ensure the safety of the unit and yourself, we suggest that you get

assistance before removing the unit from the box.

If any items are missing, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support.

Refer to Obtaining Service on page 7.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

The C846 incorporates the Precor SmartRate^®and heart rate features into its

display console. Devices, such as FitLinxx^®, that are CSAFE compatible, can

also be attached.

The Precor “touch” heart rate is standard. It provides electrode strips, called

“grips,”on the handlebars.When a user places his or her hands over the grips and

grasps the handlebars, a heart rate is transmitted to the receiver.

Note: If a user does not wish to use the touch-sensitive hand grips, an optional

POLAR^®chest strap can be purchased and worn.The chest strap transmits the

user’s heart rate to the display console’s receiver.

OTHER EQUIPMENT

Optional equipment available through your dealer includes:

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Battery recharger

POLAR^®chest strap.

If you are interested in obtaining Precor option kits for your unit, check with your

dealer. For customer support, see Obtaining Service on page 7.

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Setting Up the C846

You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the cycle.However,

because of its size and weight, you will need to obtain assistance.

HARDWARE KIT

After unpacking the cycle, open the hardware kit and make sure that you have

the following items shown in Diagram 1.

❑ (A) rubber bib

❑ (B) two hex head cap screws

❑ (C) two large washers

❑ (D) four 1³⁄₄ - inch buttonhead screws (The four buttonhead screws are used in

the assembly of the Recumbent C846 Cycle. If you purchased the Upright

C846, you can discard the buttonhead screws.)

❑ (E) ³⁄₁₆ - inch hex key

Diagram 1 Hardware kit (not shown to scale).

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Follow these installation requirements when installing the C846. If you do not

install the C846 according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor

LimitedWarranty.

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Set up the C846 on a solid, flat surface. Assemble the C846 close to where

you’ll use it. Make sure that the flat surface under the unit is smooth and level. A

level unit is required for the user’s safety and for proper operation.

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Provide ample space around the unit. Open space around the unit makes

for a safer mount and dismount.

Fill out and mail the limited warranty card.The serial number is located on

a label near the optional battery recharger receptacle. Write the serial number

onto the Precor LimitedWarranty card found on the back cover of this manual.

Refer to Obtaining Service on page 7 and write the number there as well.

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ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED

Obtain the following tools before assembling the C846.

❑ ¾-inch box end wrench or crescent wrench

❑ Wire cutter

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Take the following steps to assemble the C846 Upright and C846 Recumbent Cycle.

Note:The C846 Upright and C846 Recumbent have similar assembly instructions

except for adjusting the seat.

1. Obtain assistance. Ask for assistance to help assemble the C846. Have the

assistant(s) place the shipping carton close to the location where you plan to use

the C846. Breakdown the sidewalls of the shipping carton so that they lie flat.

2. Remove the front and base assemblies.The front assembly is composed of

the upright support and display console.The base assembly is composed of

the base support, seat, pedals, and rear casing. Place the two assemblies

close to each other so that it will be easy to connect the cables and secure the

sections together.Refer to Diagram 2.

CAUTION: Do not assemble the C846 if it is plugged into its optional

battery recharger.

3. If necessary, unplug the C846 from its optional battery recharger.

4. Remove the two hex head cap screws (B) and two large washers (C) from

the hardware kit. Place a washer on each screw and set them aside.

5. Attach the upright support to the base assembly. Diagram 2. Before se-

curing the upright support to the base assembly, you need to add the rubber

bib, from the hardware kit, to the base of the upright support and attach the

upper and lower electronic cables.To do this, take the following steps:

a. Place the rubber bib on the base of the upright support as shown in Diagram 2, #1.

Diagram 2 Secure rubber bib and

attach upright console.

Upright support

mounting bolt hole

Lip of rubber bib

Upright support

Cable connections

Upright support mounts

Single cable

connection

C846 Upright Cycle

C846 Recumbent

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b. Position the base of the upright support onto the rim of the boot so that the

lip of the rubber bib will rest on the cycle’s crossbar.

c. Connect the cables as shown in Diagram 2, #2. Locate the cables found inside

the base assembly.Ask an assistant to hold the upright support close to the base

assembly, while you connect the cables. The connectors are designed to slide

easily into the receptacles. Do not force the connection.

Important:The Upright C846 has one cable toreceptacle connection while the

Recumbent C846 has two cables and receptacles.

CAUTION:Do not crimp or pinch the cable! Carefully,place the excess cable

inside the base before you secure the upright support to the base assembly.

Crimped or pinched cables are not covered by the Precor limited warranty.

Diagram 3 Securing the upright

support to the base

assembly.

Hex head cap screw (B)

and washers (C)

Upright support

Base assembly

Check that the rubber bib is

parallel to the floor.

6. Secure the upright support to the base assembly. Diagram 3.Align the two

upright support mounts with the base assembly.Insert the two hex head cap

screws (B) with washers (C) through the upright support and into the base

mounts. Before tightening the screws, check that the cables are not in danger

of being crimped or pinched and that the lip of the rubber bib overlaps the

front crossbar and is parallel to the floor. Refer to Diagram 3.

7. Tighten the hex head cap screws (B). Alternately tighten each screw using

a ¾-inch box-end wrench or crescent wrench. Check to make sure that the

upright support is secure.

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Diagram 4 C846 Recumbent seat pad

installation.

Buttonhead screw (D)

Upper portion of Seat pad

Seat frame (post)

³⁄₁₆ - inch hex key (E)

8. Attach the seat pad. (C846 Recumbent only). If you purchased a C846

Recumbent Cycle, you will need to attach the upper portion of the seat pad

by taking the following steps:

a. Position the seat pad as shown in Diagram 4, #1 and slide it along the

seat frame until it comes to rest.The upper portion of the pad rests on the

top of the two seat frame posts.

CAUTION:The next step is critical!The back of the seat pad has nut

inserts for the buttonhead screws (D). It is critical that you hand thread

the four screws. Otherwise, the nut inserts can be stripped and the

seat pad will have to be replaced at your cost. Improper assembly is

not covered by the Precor LimitedWarranty.

b. Insert four buttonhead screws (D) and finger tighten.

c. With the four buttonhead screws (D) properly threaded, use the supplied hex

key (E) to alternately tighten each screw until it is snug against the seat frame.

9. Adjust the seat. Diagrams 5 and 6. On the C846 Upright, you simply pull up

on the seat to raise it or pull the pop pin out while you lower it.

Diagram 5 Adjusting the seat on the

C846 Upright.

Seat

Seat post adjustment

pin “Pop pin”

Seat post support

Seat post

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Diagram 6 Adjusting the seat on the

C846 Recumbent.

Accessory tray

Heart rate touch-

sensitive grips

Seat adjustment handle

CAUTION: Always make sure that the seat is securely in place before a

user sits on the cycle.

On the C846 Recumbent, you need to sit on the seat, pull up on the seat

adjustment handle and use your legs to move the seat along the center post.

If you notice that the seat rocks from side to side, you’ll need to realign the

center wheel that runs inside the center post. Refer to the instructions in the

Maintenance section of this manual.

9. Level the unit. Diagram 7. Once the base and upright assembly is com-

plete, you’ll need to check the unit’s stability. The unit has adjustable feet

that can help level the unit plus or minus ¹⁄₄ - inch. If necessary, rotate the

level adjusters to stabilize the unit. Turning the level adjustors clockwise,

raises the crossbar.The adjustable feet are on the front of the Upright C846

and the rear of the Recumbent C846.

Diagram 7 Leveling the unit.

Crossbar

Level adjustor

You’ve completed the assembly for the C846. Please test the heart rate display and

review the remaining sections of this manual before allowing user’s access to the unit.

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SUPPLYING POWER TO THE C846

The C846 does not require an electrical power connection. It has an internal

battery that is recharged every time a user works out for a reasonable period of

time. A pedaling speed above 20 revolutions per minute must be maintained for

several seconds before the Precor banner appears on the display.Once the ban-

ner appears, the user can press QUICKSTART or ENTER to begin working out.

For more information, refer to page 29, Exercising on the C846.

TESTING THE HEART RATE DISPLAY

Verify that the heart rate display is operational before customers begin using the

machine.

1. Begin pedaling and maintain a pedaling speed above 20 revolutions per minute.

The Precor banner will appear on the display.

2. Grab bothmetal grips on the handlebars. See Diagram 8. A user must grasp both

handlebar grips before the receiver in the display acquires the heart rate signal.

Diagram 8 Hand placement on

the handrail grips.

Heart rate grip

C846 Recumbent

Note:To conduct electrical impulses from a user’s heart, the electrode strips

(handlebar grips) must be in contact with the user’s skin. Usually, the con-

centration of salts in a person’s perspiration provides enough conductivity to

transmit a signal to the receiver in the display console. However some people,

because of body chemistry or erratic heartbeats, cannot use the heart rate

touch-sensitive feature on the C846. A POLAR^®chest strap may provide

better results. Refer to Obtaining Service on page 7.

3. Wait five to ten seconds.A number indicating your heart rate (beats per minute)

should appear in the small upper right display.Refer to Diagram 9 on page 16.

4. If the heart rate display appears, the cables are properly connected and the

heart rate feature can be a viable part of a user’s workout.

5. If the heart rate display does not appear, stop pedaling.Ask someone else to

try steps 2 and 3. If no heart rate number appears, refer to the Maintenance

section, Heart RateTroubleshootingTips for more information.

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Club Information

These next few pages provide information that lets you customize the C846 for

your Club. It is not information that your customer needs to see. This section

covers the following information about how to:

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select the units of measure

set maximum workout and pause times

customize a course

display the odometer and other useful information

connect to CSAFE compatible devices

Note: If your customers are interested in the learning more about the C846, you

may wish to direct them to the manual available on Precor’s web site

(www.precor.com).(The manual, which appears on the web site, does not con-

tain the information found in this section.)

CHANGING THE CLUB SETTINGS

The Club “custom” settings are accessed through specific codes that help elimi-

nate unauthorized access. Refer to Diagram 9 to locate the keys. Information that

you can access and features that can be customized are as follows:

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Units of Measure — Select between U.S. Standard and Metric displays.

Maximum WorkoutTime — Sets a maximum limit on workout time.

Note: Remember the additional five minute cool-down period appended to a

completed course, so adjust the maximum time limit accordingly.

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Maximum Pause Time — Sets the maximum duration for which a person

can “pause” his or her workout.

Limiting the Resistance Range— Set specific resistance range (high,

medium, or low) for the cycle.

Changing the Custom Course Resistance Settings — Sets specific

resistance settings for a Custom course.

Odometer,Hours of Use,SoftwareVersion,Error Logand Serial Number —

The C846 stores the cumulative revolutions, the number of hours that the unit

has been in use, the software version and software type (which is valuable when

calling customer support), an error log (useful when troubleshooting) and the

serial number (another valuable item when calling customer support).

To access the Club settings, the following must occur:

❑ Electrical power must be supplied.

The foot pedal speed must be maintained at 20 revolutions per minute. Or,

the optional battery recharger must be plugged into the C846 and connected

to an appropriate power source.

❑ Check that the Precor banner appears on the display and maintain the

minimum pedal speed.

❑ Press the appropriate key sequences.

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Display console and keypad.

Diagram 9

Numeric

keypad can be

used to access

Club Custom

Mode.

Gently, press and hold

the ▼ or ▲ key to view

the available selections.

Important:To access Custom Club Mode, press RESET while the Precor banner

is displayed.Within ¹⁄₂ second, begin pressing the numeric key sequences. If the

system does not detect a key press (within ¹⁄₂ second after RESET), it returns to

the banner.Once you begin entering a key sequence, each key must be pressed

within four seconds of the other or the Precor banner reappears and you have to

begin again.

To change the units of measure, set the maximum workout and pause times, or

customize a course, press the following keys:

RESET, 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5

You can also use the standard keypad keys to access the Club Custom Mode.As

shown in Diagram 9, numbers are associated with the keypad keys.To create the

same sequence shown above, you would press:

RESET, RESISTANCE ▼, RESISTANCE ▲▼, RESET, RESISTANCE ▼▲▼

Note: Do not use the COURSE CHANGE ▼▲ keys to attempt access to the Club

Custom Mode.

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The functions of the display console keys while in Club Custom Mode are de-

scribed in the box below.

Display key functions within the Club Custom Mode

ENTER saves the information being

displayed and moves to the

▼ ▲ lets you scroll through the

various selections that appear.

The longer the key is held down,

the faster the numbers scroll past.

next aspect of the program.

RESET exits Club Custom Mode and

displays the Precor banner.

Any previous display

CHANGE reminds you what part of

the program you’re changing.

attributes that you selected

by pressing ENTER are

saved and recorded in memory.

Note:The touch-sensitive keys can be gently pressed and held to view several

selections.The longer the key is held down, the faster the numbers scroll past.

CHANGING THE UNITS OF MEASURE

Two different units of measure can be selected, Metric or U.S.Standard.Make your

selection using the ▼▲ keys. Press ENTER once the correct unit is displayed.

SETTING A WORKOUT TIME LIMIT

You can limit how long a user works out by setting a duration between 1 and 240

minutes.You can also choose NO LIMIT, which allows the user to select a course

and work out indefinitely. (Note that the user must enter a workout time of “0”

using the numeric keys at the EnterTime prompt before he or she can workout

indefinitely.)

Important: If the club setting is NO LIMIT and the user enters “0” at the Enter

Time prompt, then the Remaining Time display does not appear when a user

works out. (An exception to this rule is the Weight Loss Course.)

Note: The workout time of any course accessed by pressing QUICKSTART, is

set at the Club limit. Refer to QUICKSTART^TMon page 28.

Use the ▼▲ keys to select a workout time limit. For example, if you set the workout

time limit to 20 minutes, the C846 allows users to specify a workout between 1 and

20 minutes. Users would not be allowed to specify a time longer than 20 minutes.

Take into account that the user will get an additional five-minute, cool-down period

appended to his or her workout, so adjust the time limit accordingly.

SETTING A PAUSE TIME LIMIT

Use the ▼▲ keys to set a Pause time limit between 1 and 120 seconds (two

minutes). Note that changes to the Pause time become effective only when the

power source for the C846 is the optional battery recharger.If no battery recharger

is connected and the pedal speed drops below 20 revolutions per minute, the

C846 moves into a thirty second shut down mode. Refer to page 23.

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LIMITING THE RESISTANCE RANGE

After pressing ENTER to accept the Pause time limit, you have the option to

change the resistance range.The resistance range does not affect the number of

resistance settings (1 through 25) that are available to the user.It determines how

much resistance is felt at each resistance setting, and how big the step in resis-

tance is from one resistance setting to the next.

The default resistant range is HIGH. It provides the full resistance available from

the cycle.When the resistance range is set to HIGH and a user chooses the high-

end resistance levels using the arrow keys, the cycle provides enough resistance

to simulate sprinting or hill climbing for users wishing to stand on an upright cycle.

It also provides enough resistance for elite riders that are capable of spinning at

high speed with high resistance.

The MEDIUM resistance range provides approximately two thirds of the resistance

that is available with the HIGH setting.The maximum resistance available (a user

chooses a resistance setting of 25) is reduced and the change, in resistance from

one resistance setting to the next, is reduced. Clubs may want to select the

MEDIUM range for recumbent cycles. Since users cannot stand on a recumbent

cycle, less resistance is needed by the average (non-elite) rider. The MEDIUM

range allows an average user more comfort. It allows them to use more of the

available resistance settings and make resistance changes in the preprogrammed

courses (Hill Climb and Cross Country) easier.

The LOW resistance range provides approximately one third of the resistance

that is available with the HIGH setting. The LOW range may be appropriate in

special situations where deconditioned users are anticipated, but the LOW range

is not recommended for the normal club environment.

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CUSTOMIZING A COURSE

After pressing ENTER to accept the Resistance Range, the display prompts you

to customize the course profile that appears on the display.The blinking segment

or column indicates the portion of the course that you can change.The resistance

LED is lit and a number, indicating the resistance level, appears beneath the

course profile.

Note: If you wish to create a custom course for your club members, continue with

the instructions below.If you prefer to exit the Club Custom Mode, press ENTER,

RESET or QUICKSTART.

You can set the resistance throughout the course profile using the following keys.

Keypad Keys

How it affects the Custom Course

RESISTANCE ▼▲

lets you move between the blinking segments or columns.

COURSE CHANGE ▲▼ lets you change the resistance for the blinking segment.

The display shows the resistance number as you press the COURSE CHANGE

keys. It also affects a change to the course profile if the resistance range is great

enough.

Press ENTER to accept that changes on the display and return to the Precor

banner. Press RESET if you do not wish to save the changes.

VIEWING THE ODOMETER, HOURS OF USE, SOFTWARE

VERSION AND ERROR LOG

The keypad and numeric keys that you press to view the odometer, the number of

hours the C846 has been in use, the software version and any error codes, are as

follows:

RESET, 6, 5

Important: Remember to begin at the Precor banner.After pressing RESET, the

next key in the sequence must be pressed within 1/2 second.

The field name Odometer appears briefly and then the odometer value (shown in

the total cumulative revolutions) appears.

Press ENTER and the number of hours (Hour Meter) that the unit has been in

use appears.The C846 notes the passing of each 10th of an hour, but the numeric

value that appears is truncated to the nearest full hour.

Press ENTER again and the unit’s three digit SoftwareVersion number (upper and

lower electronics board) appears on the display.

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Numbers 1 through 10 can

appear. Number 1 identifies

the most recent error.

Error log display.

Error code

Diagram 10

ER21

123456 REVS

Odometer

reading

The number of

hours that the

cycle has been

in use when

the error

1714 HOURS

(shown in

revolutions) at

the time the

error occurred

occurred.

Press ENTER once again and the Error Log appears. Press the ▼ or ▲ key to

view the error messages.Error logs are recorded historically.The C846 can store

up to 10 error messages. Useful information, describing the different aspects of

the error message, appears in Diagram 10.

Note: To clear (delete) the error logs, press QUICKSTART for at least four sec-

onds while viewing the list. Prompts appear on the display and let you know when

the error messages have been deleted (“cleared”) from memory.

Important:You cannot retrieve the error log once you have deleted it.

To return to the Precor banner, press RESET. To view the cycle’s serial number,

press ENTER.

If you pressed ENTER, the field name Serial Number appears briefly and then the

cycle’s serial number appears. This number is useful when contacting Customer

Support.

To return to the Precor banner, press RESET or ENTER.

USING CSAFE STANDARD EQUIPMENT

The C846 is fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. Once the unit is connected

to a CSAFE master device and the user maintains a pedal speed above 20

revolutions per minute, the user is prompted to enter a user ID.

Note: If the optional battery recharger is plugged into the C846 and connected to

an appropriate power source, then no pedaling is necessary for user ID entry.

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At the user ID prompt, five zeros appear on the display. The blinking left zero

indicates that it is awaiting input.The following table provides information about the

keypad functions:

User ID Entry:

Program Keys

▼ or ▲

moves the blinking LED from field to field.

Numeric keypad use the number keys to enter a user ID.The number that

is pressed appears in the display and the next field begins

to blink. When all five user ID numbers are selected, the

user must press ENTER to submit it.

ENTER

submits the displayed user ID. Note that if the five zeros

are being displayed when the user presses ENTER, the

user ID entry is bypassed and the course prompt appears.

RESET

resets the display to the Precor banner.

A message indicates when the user ID is accepted by the CSAFE master device.

Then, the course prompt is displayed.See Quick Steps toWorking Out on page 31.

Note:If the user’s pedal speed drops below 20 revolutions per minute while using

the CSAFE device connection, a prompt PEDAL FASTER appears. If the pedal

speed remains below the 20 revolutions per minute threshold for the next twenty

seconds, the CSAFE connection is terminated.The word RESETTING appears

on the display while the C846 disconnects from the CSAFE device.

To review information about CSAFE specifications, visit the web site at:

www.fitlinxx.com/csafe

If you have questions or need technical support, refer to Obtaining Service on

page 7.

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The C846 Display

The C846 is designed so users can work out with minimal instruction or training.

The directions on the console and the prompts on the display will guide a user

through the entire workout session.Before the C846 is used, however, we recom-

mend that you familiarize yourself with it so you can instruct your customers to

use it safely and effectively. This section provides an overview of the features

provided on the display console

FEATURES ON THE DISPLAY CONSOLE

Indicator lights show which feature is being displayed.When a user works out, the

display presents Time, Distance, RPM (revolutions per minute), and Calories.

Users can change what features appear on the display by pressing the CHANGE

keys.

Important: Because the C846 is self-powered, the displays do not appear until

the user maintains a pedal speed above 20 revolutions per minute. Note that

there is an exception to this rule. If power is being supplied through the optional

battery recharger, then pedaling is not required for the Precor banner to appear.

Refer to page 6, C846 Self-powered Features.

As a user exercises, the display console provides motivation by presenting

constant feedback about his or her progress. A brief explanation of each feature

on the display console appears in Diagram 11. Look on the next pages for a more

thorough explanation. If an error message should appear, call a Precor qualified

service technician or service center. Refer to Obtaining Service, on page 7.

SMARTRATE DISPLAY

SmartRate^®: A user must enter an age, during the course Setup prompts and wear

a POLAR^®chest strap (or hold onto the Heart Rate grips on the handlebars), while

in a course program, before the blinking segment in the bar graph can show the

zone that his or her heart rate is in, either:Weight Loss or Cardiovascular. Refer to

page 37, The SmartRate^®Feature.

Important: During a course, the pedal speed must be above 20 revolutions per

minute and a user’s heart rate must be above 40 beats per minute before the

SmartRate^®segment begins to blink.A user must grasp both handlebars or wear

a POLAR chest strap.

HEART RATE: The heart rate display lets a user monitor his or her heart rate.

When a heart beat is detected, the number appears in the small upper right

display (refer to Diagram 11). See the Important note above and refer to The

Heart Rate Feature andTarget Zones on page 36.

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Diagram 11 C846 Display

If a heart rate is

detected, it is

displayed in this

window.

SmartRate^®bar graph

Banner and course

profile display

(LED matrix).

Workout statistics display

(alphanumeric).

During course

selection, the course

number appears.

Change keys let you

choose what informa-

tion to display.

Numeric keys can be

used to answer

prompts and select

resistance levels in a

course.

Touch-sensitive keys

(used to input or select

data and control the

workout session)

UPPER DISPLAY

The Precor banner and course profiles appear in the large center display (LED matrix).

Always start a workout at the Precor banner. During workouts, the course profile

appears in the center display and corresponds to the course that the user selects. As

a user proceeds through a workout, a blinking column indicates his or her position.

INFORMATIONAL DISPLAYS PRIOR TO SHUTDOWN

The C846 saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown mode.Whenever

PEDAL FASTER appears on the display, the heart rate, SmartRate^®and course

indicators turn off. If the user does not maintain a pedal speed of 20 revolutions

per minute, then a thirty-second shut down process begins.

When twenty-eight seconds remain, the upper display appears blank and all key

presses are ignored except RESET.The touch-sensitive heart rate features are

also ignored. If no pedaling occurs in the next eight seconds, a row of dots (that

correspond to the number of seconds remaining before the C846 shuts off)

appears in the upper display.

If the C846 is connected to a CSAFE master device, a slightly different scenario

occurs.When the number of seconds remaining before the C846 shuts off equals

ten seconds (instead of eight), the workout session ends. RESETTING appears

in the lower display while the C846 disconnects from the CSAFE master device.

All key presses are ignored. Pedaling has no effect on the display.

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If the battery voltage is low or needs recharging, the words WARNING - LOW

BATTERY appear after the PRECOR banner. The C846 continues to function

even with a low battery, but user and course information is lost once the user

stops pedaling. Note that the Pause feature does not work.

When the battery voltage is low, changes to the resistance are ignored.When a

user attempts to change the resistance, LOW BATTERY appears on the display.

The course profile and calories calculations are not affected by the low battery

and continue to show the programmed changes as if the changes to the resistance

actually occurred.

Note:A sustained workout at the current resistance will help recharge the battery.

Or, plug in the optional battery recharger. Refer to the Maintenance section.

LOWER DISPLAY

Prompts appear in this display prior to a workout. A user addresses each prompt

using the numeric or keypad keys. Once the user begins pedaling and maintains

a pedal speed above 20 revolutions per minute, lights appear in the columns

below the window indicating which information is being displayed. A user can

highlight a particular feature by pressing the appropriate CHANGE key.

The following describes the information that can appear in the lower display.

TIME:During a workout, a time (0:00) display appears. Time appears in minutes

and seconds. However, should a user exceed 60 minutes (during a single work-

out), the Time display converts to hours and minutes. The Time display shows

how long a user has been working out. Even when a user enters the cool-down

period, the Time display provides the cumulative duration of the workout.

DISTANCE:The distance that you have traveled appears (00.00) once you begin

a workout.The distance is related to the user’s current speed. Distance appears

in 100^thmile increments until you reach 99.99 miles in a single workout, then

miles increment by 10^ths(100.0). Distance can appear in miles or kilometers. If

you wish to change the display, follow the instructions found in Changing the

Units of Measure.

RPM: Indicates the number of revolutions that the pedal completes per minute.

The value can range between 20 and 150.

Important:The self-powered C846 requires that a user maintain a pedal speed

above 20 revolutions per minute to function properly.PEDAL FASTER appears on

the display as a warning that the C846 is entering shutdown mode. Refer to

Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown.

CALORIES: Provides the cumulative number of calories being burned.

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REMAININGTIME : Indicates the amount of time, in minutes and seconds (mm:ss),

that remain in the course.When a user enters a cool down period, the Remaining

Time resets to five minutes and begins counting down from there.

Note: If the club has set the Workout Time Limit as NO LIMIT and the user

inputs 0 using the numeric keys at the time prompt, then no information appears

in the RemainingTime field. See Setting a Workout Time Limit on page 17.

SPEED: The displayed value is an estimate of “linear speed” even though the

cycle is stationary.The value is determined by converting the user’s current RPM

and resistance settings into an estimate for miles per hour (or kilometers per

hour). Refer to Changing the Units of Measure.

METS: Displays the metabolic equivalents of the user’s current energy expendi-

ture level. A MET’s level of 1 represents the body at rest. Note that when a user

reduces pedaling intensity, the MET’s value begins to drop toward zero because

the displayed information no longer corresponds to the user’s MET’s level.

WATTS: Indicates the amount of energy the C846 is currently generating and is

derived from the current resistance and pedaling speed.

SEGMENT TIME: In the Manual or preprogrammed courses, this display indi-

cates the amount of time, in minutes and seconds (mm:ss) that remains in the

highlighted column (or segment) of the course profile before the next column

begins blinking. If the course being used is Interval or Weight Loss, then the

number appearing in this display indicates the amount of time that remains in the

current interval.

RESISTANCE: Displays the amount of resistance being applied to the pedals.

The RESISTANCE ▼ and ▲ keys let the user set a resistance between 1 and 25

which affects the amount of resistance applied by the brake. Once a course is

begun, a user can also use the numeric keys to designate the resistance. Refer

to Numeric Keys on page 27.

Note: A user can check the resistance (when it is not the chosen display) any time

during a workout by lightly pressing either RESISTANCE ▼ or ▲ key for less than

two seconds. Pressing the RESISTANCE ▼ or ▲ key for more than two seconds

causes the resistance level to change.

AVERAGE SPEED:The estimated “mid-point” in linear speed at which the user is

traveling even though the cycle is stationary. The displayed value relates to the

total workout time divided by the total accumulated distance.The average speed only

appears when a user selects it by pressing the appropriate CHANGE key.

CALORIES PER MINUTE: Indicates the approximate number of calories being

burned per minute.

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KEYS ON THE DISPLAY CONSOLE

The C846 has an easy-to-use keypad that is activated by the slightest touch.

Remind users that they only need to apply gentle pressure to these keys.

Each key on the display console’s keypad provides specific functions. Numeric

keys (numbered 1, 2, 3,... through 0) let the user enter data in answer to the

display prompts and change the course profile or resistance level during a work-

out. The standard keys, CHANGE, RESET, COURSE CHANGE ▲▼,

QUICKSTART, RESISTANCE ▼▲, and ENTER, let the user enter data as well as

control his or her workout.

The following information explains the different uses of the keys from left to right.

To locate each key, look at the display console or refer to Diagram 12.

Diagram 12 C846 Display and Keypad

KEYPAD TIPS

•

If the optional battery recharger is not connected, the user needs to maintain

a pedal speed above 20 revolutions per minute before keypad entries can

occur. Refer to Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown on page 23.

•

The Setup prompts need to be answered using the numeric keys or by pressing

the ▼ or ▲ keys. Accurate entries are required or features such as

SmartRate^®will not work properly.

•

Pressing ENTER selects the information being displayed.

Pressing QUICKSTART bypasses further selections and prompts the user

to workout in Manual mode. Default values apply (see QUICKSTART on

page 28).The SmartRate^®display does not appear.

•

Pressing RESET returns to the Precor banner.

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Numeric Keys (0 - 9): During a workout, a user can press the numeric keys to

change the resistance levels (1 to 25). Remember, if the numeric keys are used to

alter the resistance, the user needs to designate, within three seconds, whether he

or she is increasing (by pressing the RESISTANCE ▲ key) or decreasing (by

pressing the RESISTANCE ▼ key), the corresponding resistance level.

Note:When the user presses the numeric keys to change the resistance, the actual

setting appears on the display while the brake is being applied. If the user wishes to

halt the change, the appropriate RESISTANCE ▼ or ▲ key must be pressed.The

brake stops and the display shows the current level.

During the Setup prompts, a user can also use the numeric keys to type in a

course number (1 through 14), workout time, weight, and age. Note that he or she

must press ENTER to process the selection.

CHANGE: During a workout, the CHANGE key lets a user choose which feature

appears on the display.

RESET:While answering the Setup prompts or during a workout, a user can cancel

the course program, clear the display, and return to the banner by pressing RESET.

COURSE CHANGE ▲▼: During a workout, the COURSE CHANGE ▲▼ keys let

the user switch to a different course.When a user taps a COURSE CHANGE ▲▼

key, the course number and name appearing on the display corresponds to the

current course selection.When a user presses and holds a COURSE CHANGE

▲or ▼ key for a few seconds, the course number and profile changes.The user

can also choose a new course using the numeric keys. For more information,

refer to Selecting a New Course During a Workout on page 34.

Important:The COURSE CHANGE keys are disabled in the Weight Loss course

and FitnessTest.If a user starts working out and selects the Weight Loss course

or the FitnessTest, he or she cannot “change” to another course.The opposite is

also true.The C846 does not allow any mid-course changes to or from the Fitness

Test or Weight Loss course.

RESISTANCE ▼ ▲: During a workout, the RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys let the user

decrease or increase the force applied against his or her pedaling. The display

can show a range from 1 to 25. Setting 1 provides the least resistance.

When a user changes the resistance by pressing the RESISTANCE ▼ or ▲ key,

the number that appears on the display shows the target resistance (not necessar-

ily, the present resistance being applied) because the display can change quicker

than the brake application.

Another feature of the RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys lets the user review the C846

resistance any time during a workout. If RESISTANCE is not one of the chosen

features being displayed, a user can view the actual resistance by lightly touching

either RESISTANCE ▼ or ▲ key.The user can opt to change the resistance if the

key is held down or touched again within two seconds. Note that the numeric keys

can also be used to adjust the resistance.

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ENTER:Workout specific prompts need to be answered and“entered”into memory.

Pressing ENTER selects the information being displayed and processes it.

QUICKSTART:During Setup mode, QuickStart lets the user bypass further prompts

and start a workout immediately using the Manual course. Default values apply.

Note: During a course change, pressing QUICKSTART starts the new course.

Refer to Selecting a New Course During a Workout on page 34.

QUICKSTART DefaultValues

Prompts

DefaultValue

1 Manual Course Manual

EnterTime

Club limit. Note that the Weight Loss course is fixed at 28

minutes.

EnterWeight

Enter Age

150 lbs. (68 kg.)

0 : A valid Age must be entered to utilize the SmartRate^®

display. If QUICKSTART is pressed after the Age prompt

appears, then the SmartRate^®display will appear when the

user grasps the touch-sensitive grips on the handlebar or

wears the POLAR^®chest strap. If no Age entry occurs, the

SmartRate^®display lights up, but no blinking sensor appears.

The QUICKSTART key can be pressed any time during the Setup prompts. De-

fault values apply after that point. See the table below.

Press QUICKSTART at the... The following occurs:

Precor banner

The user bypasses the Setup prompts and begins

working out in the Manual course.

Course prompt

The displayed course is accessed.

Time prompt

The time that appears on the display becomes the

workout time limit. TIME may be set to any value

from 1 to the Club limit. If “unlimited” workout time

is allowed by the Club, a user can select it by

entering 0 with the numeric key.

Weight prompt

The weight that appears on the display becomes

the designated weight that the C846 uses to

compute statistics. Acceptable entries are

between 1 and 999.

Age prompt

The age that appears on the display becomes the

designated age that the C846 uses to compute sta-

tistics. A correct age entry between 1 and 99 is very

important if the user’s plan to utilize the heart rate

features of the C846.The QUICKSTART key acts

the same as the ENTER key at this point because

the user has answered all the Setup prompts.

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Exercising on the C846

Once the C846 is assembled, it is ready to use.The easy-to-understand prompts

let the user select a course and specify how long he or she wants to work out.

Club owner’s and managers note:This section of the manual is written for

the user because it specifically explains how to work out on the cycle. Refer-

ences are made in second person.

ADJUSTING THE SEAT

Before starting a workout, you should position the seat properly to avoid strain on

your knees.The C846 Upright and C846 Recumbent have different seat adjust-

ment instructions. Refer to the instructions below, for your particular unit.

•

To check for proper seat position, straddle the C846.Sit on seat.Place your

feet on the pedals.Your extended leg should be slightly bent at the knee in a

10 to 15 degree angle.

C846 Upright Seat Adjustment

1. Dismount and hold the post underneath the seat with one hand while you pull

out the seat post adjustment pin with the other hand. See Diagram 13, #1.

2. Slide the seat post up or down into the desired position and then, release the

seat post adjustment pin. Before sitting on the cycle, press down firmly on

the seat to make sure that it does not slip and that it is secured.

Note: If you only plan to raise the seat, you can do so without pulling out the

seat post adjustment pin. See Diagram 13, #2.

Diagram 13 Adjusting the Seat.

C846 Upright

Seat post

Seat post adjustment pin

“Pop Pin”

Seat post support

Seat adjustment handle

C846 Recumbent

C846 Recumbent Seat Adjustment

1. Sit on the seat with your feet in the pedals. Pull the seat adjustment handle

up while you bend your knees and slide the seat forward or backward along

the seat rail (see Diagram 13, #3). Align the seat with one of the marks on

the seat rail and release the handle.

2. Before continuing with your workout, sit in the seat and try to slide the seat

along the rail. Make sure that it does not slip and that it is secured.

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Diagram 14 Hand placement on

the handrail grips.

Heart rate grip

C846 Recumbent

USING THE HEART RATE “TOUCH” CAPABILITY

If you wish to view your heart rate on the display, you must to grasp both touch-

sensitive grips on the handlebars while working out.Refer to Diagram 14.A heart rate

signal is transmitted to the receiver installed in the display console. During a workout,

the heart rate indicator lights, begins blinking and then, displays the heart rate.This

lets you see what your heart rate is doing even when the display is presenting other

workout statistics. For more information, refer to the Heart Rate Feature and Target

Zones on page 36.

WORKOUT TIPS

The steps to working out on the C846 are listed on the opposite page. A short

explanation appears on the left with the more thorough description following on

the right.Tips to consider during a workout are shown below.

CAUTION:Before beginning any fitness program,make sure that you receive

a complete physical examination from your physician.

•

Maintain a pedal speed above 20 RPM.

Answer the Setup prompts using the numeric keys or by pressing the ▼ or

▲ keys.

•

Press ENTER to select the information being displayed.

QUICKSTART^TMbypasses further selections. Default values apply (see

QUICKSTART on page 28). SmartRate^®is not active.

•

Refer to KeypadTips on page 26 for additional information.

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QUICK STEPS TO WORKING OUT

Important: If BATTERY LOW appears on the display anytime during a workout,

contact the club personnel. Pay attention to the words, PEDAL FASTER. The

C846 is warning you that you need to pedal faster to avoid disconnecting the

battery, which is the power source for the C846 display.

Put on the chest strap.

(Available with the Precor

Heart Rate Option.)

1. For your Heart Rate to appear on the display, you need to

wear a POLAR^®chest strap or hold onto the grips on the

handlebars.

Adjust seat, sit down,

and begin pedaling.

2. Begin pedaling. Once the Precor banner appears, press

ENTER.

Select a course.

Answer the Setup

prompts.

3. Follow the display prompts. Make a course selection and

enter your workout time, weight and age.

Note: To answer the Setup prompts, use the numeric or

▼▲ keys. Press ENTER to select the information being

displayed. The fourteen available courses appear on the

label attached to the display console. Brief course descrip-

tions are also provided beginning on page 38.

Important:AnytimeduringtheSetupprompts, youcanpress

the QUICKSTART key.RefertoQUICKSTART on page 28.

Begin working out.

4. After setting up the parameters of your workout session,

continue pedaling throughout the course. Resistance level

settings can be changed using the arrow keys. A different

course can be selected using the COURSE CHANGE keys.

Continue pedaling. Adjust

resistance by touching

RESISTANCE ▼or ▲.

Pause

To pause during your workout session, stop pedaling for a

few seconds. Be aware that if the optional battery recharger

is not attached, you have only thirty seconds before the

C846 shuts off.See Pause, Cool Down and Exit Features.

Complete the course

and cool down.

5. When you have completed a course that has a limited dura-

tion, a five-minute, cool-down period automatically begins.

Note: During cool down, if you wish to continue working out,

touchaCOURSE CHANGE ▲▼ keyandselectanewcourse.

Your workout statistics carry forward to the new course.

Continue pedaling while

reviewing the final

workout statistics.

6. When the cool-down period ends, the WORKOUT SUM-

MARY banner appears.If you wore a POLAR^®chest strap or

held onto the handlebar grips during your workout, a heart

rate analysis follows the banner and displays:

• the average heart rate during your workout

• the maximum heart rate during your workout

• the duration that your heart rate was in the Weight

Loss or Cardiovascular zones.

Workout statistics exceptTIME, DISTANCE and CALORIES

reset to zero. (TIME shows the accumulated workout time

including warm-up and cool-down periods.)

Stop pedaling.

7. Stop pedaling to end your workout.

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COOLING DOWN AFTER A WORKOUT

Cooling down is an important aspect of your workout because it helps reduce

muscle stiffness and soreness by transporting excess lactic acid out of the work-

ing muscles. Cooling down for at least three minutes helps provide a smooth

transition that allows your heart rate to return to its normal (non-exercising) state.

The C846 automatically initiates a five minute, cool-down period once you com-

plete a course that has a specified time duration. A prompt appears, indicating

that you are in cool down.

During your cool down, the workout statistics continue to appear.TheTIME display

shows the accumulated time which includes warm-up and cool-down periods.When

you complete the five minute cool down, a WORKOUT SUMMARY appears. See

the information below.

Important:To activate a cool-down period, a course must “end.” The course ends

when the workout time (entered during the Setup prompts) expires. If no workout

time entry occurred or the time entered was zero, then (from a software perspec-

tive) no time limit exists, so a cool-down period is not appended to the course.

(Note that club time limits do apply whether or not a workout time was entered.)

PAUSE, COOL DOWN AND EXIT FEATURES

Pausing, cooling down, and exiting are integral parts of your workout.The C846

goes through several prerequisites before actually exiting a course.The following

tables explain the various situations. Since the C846 is self-powered, pedal move-

ment must be continuous to avoid shutdown mode. For more information, refer to

page 23.

Note: If the optional battery recharger is supplying power to the C846, the factory

setting for Pause mode is two minutes (120 seconds). The club has the option to

change the setting. A duration can be set between 1 and 120 seconds and limits

how long a user can pause his or her workout.Refer to Setting a PauseTime Limit

on page 17.

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In a course,

This is what happens...,

you complete it Enter Cool Down.At the start of the cool-down period, the resis-

tance is reduced by 20 percent.You can adjust the setting using

the numeric or RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys. The display features

remain, so you can review your workout statistics.

Note: A cool-down period is appended to those courses that

have a finite duration. If you do not enter a workout time

during the Setup prompts, or the club has set “no limit” as the

default duration, then a cool-down period does not occur when

you reach the end of a course.

you press RESET Enter theWORKOUT SUMMARY mode.You can scan through

the workout statistics by pressing the CHANGE key.Note that

theTIME display shows the accumulated workout time includ-

ing warm-up and cool down periods.

no pedaling

Enter Pause mode. PEDAL FASTER appears on the display

or slow pedaling and TIME stops accruing. Refer to page 23.

is detected

In Pause

mode, you

This is what happens...,

resumepedaling Returns to the course and the workout statistics continue from

where you left off.

press RESET

Exits the course and returns to the banner or blank display.

exceed time limit The C846 exits Pause mode, resets the displays, and shuts off.

In Cool down

mode,

This is what happens...,

no pedaling

Enter Cool-down, Pause mode.TIME stops accruing and

or slow pedaling PEDAL FASTER appears on the display. If you enter Pause

is detected

mode, it is of limited duration. Check with club personnel or refer

to Club Information on page 15 and Informational Displays Prior

to Shutdown on page 23.

resumepedaling Returns to cool down mode.

you press RESET DisplaystheWORKOUTSUMMARYbanner.SeeRESETabove.

it ends.

Displays theWORKOUT SUMMARY banner.

At the WORKOUT

SUMMARY

banner,you

This is what happens,...

press RESET

The workout statistics are reset to zero and, if you continue

pedaling, the Precor banner appears on the display.

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SELECTING A NEW COURSE DURING A WORKOUT

While in cool down or while working out on the C846, you can change to a different

course (except the Weight Loss course or the Fitness Test) by touching the

COURSE CHANGE keys.

Note: Continue pedaling and keep the RPM above 20 while you adjust to your

new selection.

To change to a new course during your workout, take the following steps:

1. Press a COURSE CHANGE ▲ or ▼ key. The display briefly indicates the

course that is currently running.You can continue to press either ▲or ▼ key

to display a different course.

Note:While selecting a new course, your workout is momentarily suspended

and the LED’s next to the workout statistics are not lit. If the QUICKSTART^TM

or ENTER key is not pressed within 5 seconds, then the C846 resumes your

workout without making any course changes.

2. While the new course selection appears on the display, you have two options:

press QUICKSTART^TMor press ENTER.

Option 1: Press QUICKSTART^TMif you wish to continue your workout without

any further prompts appearing on the display.All the aspects from the previous

course (workout time, statistics, weight, age, etc.) are carried forward.SmartRate^®

will be active as long as it appeared during your initial workout.The workout time

may be limited per the overall club time limit.

Option 2: Press ENTER if you wish to continue your workout, but want to add

aspects that may not have been part of your initial course such as, weight and

age.The C846 reacts as if you are starting a new workout and Setup prompts

appear requesting information. Once the Setup prompts are answered, work-

out statistics, from the previous course, are carried forward. If your age is

entered, SmartRate^®will be active. As with QuickStart, the workout time may

be limited per the overall club time limit. Refer to Club Information on page 15.

Once the user reaches the club time limit in the second course selection, the COURSE

CHANGE keys are disabled. Note that users cannot use the COURSE CHANGE

keys to select a different course if one minute or less remains before the club time

limit expires.

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Courses

The C846 lets the user choose between fourteen variable courses.This section

provides information about the special features and functions of the C846 courses

and how to best utilize the:

• Heart Rate and SmartRate^®features

• Manual course

• Heart Rate course

• Weight Loss course

• Resistance Custom course

• Distance Goal course

• Calorie Goal course

• Fitness Test

• Cross Country course

• Hill Climb course

• Random course

• Interval courses (3)

• Watts Control course

COURSE FEATURES

•

If the club allows it, you can work out indefinitely in any course (except

Weight Loss). At the workout time prompt, select INFINITE by pressing the

zero on the numeric keypad.

Important:The automatic cool-down period is not appended to courses where

the duration is INFINITE.

•

Place a time limit on any course during the Setup prompts. At the workout

time prompt, indicate the duration of your workout.When you complete the

course, the automatic cool-down period begins.

•

Determine the pedal resistance as you move through the course.

SELECT preprogrammed courses that provide preset resistance levels. In

several courses, the resistance levels automatically change as you progress

through the course profile.You can override the resistance using the RESIS-

TANCE ▲ or ▼ keys for each upcoming segment in the course profile. The

profile changes accordingly and the resistance position is saved until a differ-

ent course is used. When you complete a preprogrammed course, the auto-

matic cool-down period begins.

•

The progress that you make during a course is tracked by a blinking cursor.

If the column is several segments high, the entire column blinks.

Access heart rate and SmartRate^®capabilities when the user wears a POLAR^®

chest strap or holds onto the handlebar grips during a workout. Note that

the SmartRate^®indicator lights do not appear if QUICKSTART ispressed at the

PRECORbanner.

The different course names appear on the following pages along with a descrip-

tion of the course features. Refer to Diagram 16 on page 38.

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THE HEART RATE FEATURE AND TARGET ZONES

To use the heart rate features, you must wear a POLAR^®chest strap or grasp

both grips on the handlebars while working out. A transmitter sends your heart

rate signal to the receiver installed in the display console.The signal appears as

your pulse rate on the display.During your workout, the heart rate indicator lights,

begins blinking and then, displays your heart rate. This lets you see what your

heart rate is doing even when the display is presenting other workout statistics.

Diagram 15

Target Zones.

HEART RATE TARGET ZONES

200

190

180

170

160

RECOMMENDED CARDIOV

150

140

130

120

100

MAX.

HEART

RATE

ASCULAR ZONE

Cardio

Zone

Weight

Loss

Zone

25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75

YOUR AGE

Diagram 15 illustrates the ideal target zones for your age. Use the chart as a

guideline. Always check with your physician and verify what your appropriate

heart rate target zone should be for your age, height, weight and physical fitness.

Note:The SmartRate^®display does not appear if you use the QUICKSTART key

to access a course. Refer to QUICKSTART^TMon page 28.

Important:The POLAR^®chest strap is optional equipment and can be purchased

through your dealer.The grips on the handlebars are factory installed.

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THE SMARTRATE FEATURE

Add the benefit of SmartRate^®to every course on the C846.Using SmartRate^®as

a visual cue helps you adjust your exercise routine to suit specific needs.

SmartRate^®simplifies the correlation between heart rate and exercise.You don’t

have to stop concentrating on your workout to find your pulse. It is displayed right

in front of you along with the SmartRate^®zone. Once you begin a course, a

blinking segment in the bar graph appears on the left of the display (if you entered

your age during the Setup prompts).The blinking segment indicates the zone that

your heart rate is in:Weight Loss or Cardiovascular.

Important: Access to SmartRate^®is only available when the person exercising

wears a POLAR^®chest strap or uses the grips on the handlebars. (The POLAR^®

chest strap is a separate purchase option.) The SmartRate^®indicator lights do

not appear when QUICKSTART is used to select a course.

However, if SmartRate^®is active during your workout then it remains active even

though your course selection may change. For example, during a workout you

decide to select another course by touching the COURSE CHANGE ▲▼ keys.

You press QUICKSTART (instead of ENTER) to continue your work out in the new

course.If SmartRate^®was active during the initial course selection, it continues to

appear on the display.

Weight Loss Zone

For the ideal“weight loss” range, your heart rate should be between 55% and 70%

of your maximum aerobic heart rate. It should never exceed 85% of your maxi-

mum aerobic heart rate or go above your training zone. Refer to Diagram 15 for

your appropriate target zone.

Cardiovascular Zone

When you maintain your heart rate between 70% and 85% of your maximum

aerobic heart rate, you are improving your overall cardiovascular/cardiorespira-

tory fitness level.Maintaining your heart rate in either zone (weight loss or cardio-

vascular) for 30 minutes or more on a regular basis (minimum three times a week)

provides the greatest benefits.

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Diagram 16 C846 Courses.

MANUAL MODE AND THE QUICKSTART KEY

Manual mode lets you set the resistance level. As with other courses, when you

complete the time limit set for the course, the automatic cool-down period begins.

Note: If a user is allowed to choose “INFINITE”, then no time limit is set and no

automatic cool-down period exists.

You can choose Manual mode in two different ways:

•

pressing the QUICKSTART key at the Precor banner. QUICKSTART by-

passes the remaining selections and starts the Manual course. Default val-

ues includes the club’s time limit, a weight value of 150 lbs. (68 kg.) and an

age of 0.The SmartRate^®display is inactive.

pressing ENTER at the Precor banner.This causes the C846 to display sev-

eral Setup prompts. When #1 — ManualTime Goal appears on the display,

press ENTER.

The Manual course profile initially appears as a flat line. Use the RESISTANCE

▼▲ keys or the numeric keys to adjust the resistance level. (See page 27 for

more information.) As you proceed with your workout, a blinking column repre-

sents your position on the course.

CROSS COUNTRY AND HILL CLIMB COURSES

The Cross Country and Hill Climb courses consist of alternating segments of preset

resistance levels. The course profile is divided into segments. The height of each

segment reflects the changes in resistance levels.Though the resistance is preset,

you can override it during the course, by pressing a RESISTANCE ▲ or ▼ key.

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RANDOM COURSE

Every time a Random course is selected, a different course profile appears. The

segments that appear in the course profile maintain a set resistance that you can

override using the RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys.The resistance is preset to 1 for the first

segment.The maximum change allowed between segments is plus or minus 4 resis-

tance levels. If the club lets you set the workout time at INFINITE (number zero on

the numeric keypad), you need to incorporate a cool down period into your workout.

INTERVAL COURSE

The Interval course is one of the best for conditioning your cardiovascular system.

The course is designed to raise and lower your heart rate in a repeating fashion for a

specified period of time.The three interval courses on the C846 let you select the rest

and work intervals according to your training regimen. In the 1-3 interval course, each

1-minute rest interval is followed by a 3-minute work interval. In the 1-2 interval

course, each 1-minute rest interval is followed by a 2-minute work interval. In the 1-1

interval course, each 1-minute rest interval is followed by a 1-minute work interval.

The resistance levels are preset at 1 for the rest interval and 3 for the work

interval. At any point during the workout, you can change the settings of the

current interval by simply pressing the RESISTANCE ▼▲ or number keys. The

software remembers the new settings and applies it to the appropriate rest or

work interval throughout the remainder of the course.

Each time the C846 changes intervals, it informs you by displaying a message.

When you complete the time limit set for the course, the automatic cool-down

period begins.

Important: If you entered your Age during the Setup prompts and wear the POLAR^®

chest strap or utilize the heart rate grips, you can adjust the rest or work intervals to

keep your heart rate in its recommended zone. For the weight loss mode, try to

maintain your heart rate at the lower end (55% of maximum heart rate) while in the

“rest”intervals and keep it at 70% of maximum heart rate while in the“work”intervals.

See Diagram 15 on page 36.

WATTS CONTROL COURSE

On the C846, watts indicates the amount of energy the C846 is currently generat-

ing and is derived from the current resistance and pedaling speed. The Watts

Control course affects the user in that it keeps the level (as measured in watts) of

the user’s expenditure in energy fixed or constant.When a user selects theWatts

Control course, an initial target of 50 watts is preset. As the user pedals, the

pedal resistance changes to keep the energy expenditure stable at a constant 50

watts.The faster the user pedals (higher RPM), the lower the resistance.If a user

pedals slowly, a higher pedal resistance occurs.

A user can change the watts level by touching the RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys or

pressing the numeric keys followed by the appropriate ▼ or ▲ RESISTANCE key.

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HEART RATE CONTROL COURSE

Once you complete the warm-up period and achieve your target heart rate, the

Heart Rate Course monitors your heart rate and automatically maintains it within

a few beats per minute (bpm) of the selected target.Lights on the SmartRate^®bar

graph appear to show the “zone” that you are in.

Note:For the C846 to detect a heart rate, you must grasp the handlebar grips or

wear the POLAR chest strap during a workout.

The handlebar grips or chest strap transmits your heart rate signal to the receiver

that is installed in the display console.During your workout, the heart rate indicator

lights which lets you see what your heart rate is doing even when the display is

presenting other workout statistics.

To use the Heart Rate Course follow the steps found in Quick Steps to Working

Out on page 31 and choose #9 — Heart Rate Control as the course.

Note: If your heart rate moves into the heart rate zone for your age during the three

minute warm-up period, the warm-up period ends and the Heart Rate Course begins.

CAUTION: A warning message will appear if you go above your maximum

recommended heart rate target zone. Heed the warning and get permission

from your personal physician before working out above the maximum

recommended zone for your age and fitness level. See Diagram 15 for the

recommended target zones.

WEIGHT LOSS COURSE

The Precor Weight Loss course incorporates the latest findings on fat-burning

and weight loss through exercise. It is based on research at the world-renowned

Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research and it is designed to help you burn the

most fat during a 28-minute workout, while minimizing the risk of discomfort and

injury.The Weight Loss program is similar to the Interval course, but the intervals

are set at four minutes. If you use the heart rate grips on the handlebar or wear

the POLAR^®chest strap, try to keep the rest interval’s target heart rate at 55% of

(220 minus your age), while the work interval should be set to 70% of (220 minus

your age). As in the Interval course, once you set the resistance levels for the

first rest and work interval, the C846 automatically repeats the interval settings

throughout the course.

Note: When you complete the 28-minute time limit set for the course, the auto-

matic cool-down period begins.

RESISTANCE CUSTOM COURSE

A custom course is available on the C846 where the resistance is preset by the club.

Though the resistance is preset, a user can adjust the settings during a workout by

touching the RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys. Once the course ends, it reverts back to the

custom resistance levels set by the club.Refer to Limiting the Resistance Range on

page 18 and Customizing a Course on page 19.

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GOAL-BASED COURSES

These C846 courses (Distance Goal and Calorie Goal) are similar to the Manual

course except that the user’s position and course duration are based on a “dis-

tance” or “calorie” goal.You can use the numeric keys or the RESISTANCE ▼▲

keys any time during the course to change the resistance. When you complete

the goal set for the course, the automatic cool-down period begins.

Note: A club time limit may exist for these courses. A prompt appears on the

display if the club time limit is reached before the goal. Refer to Club Information.

FITNESS TEST

The Fitness Test (course number 14) provides a means of determining your fit-

ness score.The algorithm used to create this course was developed by Dr. Neil

Gordon of the Cooper Clinic.

The Fitness Test determines heart rate response to varying levels of exercise. It

measures the maximum amount of oxygen the body can use for energy production

during exercise.The higher the amount of oxygen that your body can use, the greater

your ability to exercise for prolonged periods of time.You can use the results of the

Fitness Test to personalize a weight loss fitness regimen to meet your needs.

FITNESS TEST GUIDELINES

Before selecting the Fitness Test, read the following guidelines:

•

Sit and rest for at least five minutes prior to taking the test.This brings your

heart rate to a resting state.

You must wear the POLAR^®chest strap and complete at least two of the six

stages of the test before a fitness score can be achieved and presented.

The fitness score is affected by your weight and age. Be sure to include this

data during the Setup prompts.

Let the test adjust the pedal resistance for you.However, if you need to stop

pedaling to regain control or reduce your heart rate, please do so — you can

retake the Fitness Test later.

•

The RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys are disabled during the test.

The number of two-minute stages that you complete is determined by the

cycle’s software and is dependent on your level of fitness.Do not be alarmed

if you do not complete all six stages; this is normal. However, you must

complete at least two stages to receive a fitness score.

•

When you finish the FitnessTest, the pedal resistance is reduced.No automatic

cool-down period is appended to the test.

Create your own cooling down period by pressing the RESISTANCE ▼▲ keys

to regulate the brake and return your heart rate to a normal, restful state.

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The FitnessTest ends if any one of the following occurs:

•

you stop pedaling.

your heart rate rises and remains for one-minute above the maximum allow-

able heart rate (220 minus your age). Refer to Diagram 15.

•

your heart rate increases during the first stage and climbs above 85% of the

maximum allowable heart rate (220 minus your age).See Diagram 15.

your heart rate remains at or above 80% of the maximum allowable heart

rate (220 minus your age) in any subsequent stages.

•

your heart rate cannot be detected or is no longer being transmitted.

you complete all six stages of the test.

FITNESS TEST SCORES

When a valid score is obtained it appears in the display.Tables 1 and 2 show the

desired range in fitness levels depending on your age and gender.

Note:The score is also stored for future retrieval.It appears on the display when

the Fitness Test is selected as your desired course.

Cardiovascular Fitness Score Category — Females

Age in Years

Low Fitness

Medium Fitness

High Fitness

20 - 39

40 - 49

28 (or below)

26 (or below)

24 (or below)

22 (or below)

28 - 33

26 - 31

24 - 28

22 - 26

33 (or above)

31 (or above)

28 (or above)

26 (or above)

50 - 59

60 and over

Cardiovascular Fitness Score Category — Males

Age in Years

Low Fitness

Medium Fitness

High Fitness

20 - 39

40 - 49

35 (or below)

32 (or below)

29 (or below)

24 (or below)

35 - 42

32 - 39

29 - 36

24 - 31

42 (or above)

39 (or above)

36 (or above)

31 (or above)

50 - 59

60 and over

Values in Tables 1 and 2 are based on the findings of the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study, an

eight-year study involving over 13,000 female and male participants.

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Maintenance

The self-powered C846 will continue to run smoothly and efficiently as long as you

maintain it.You are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the unit’s integrity. If

you fail to maintain the C846 as described below, it could affect or void the Precor

LimitedWarranty.

DANGER

—To reduce the risk of electrical shock,always unplug the

C846 from the optional battery recharger before cleaning or performing any

maintenance tasks.

INSPECTION

Perform a daily inspection of the unit. Look and listen for loose fasteners,

unusual noises, and any other indications that the equipment may be in need of

service. Obtain service should you notice any of the above.

Important: If you determine that the C846 is in need of service, move it away

from the main workout area and place an large “Out of Service” sign on it.

To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service provider in your area,

refer to Obtaining Service on page 7.

CLEANING THE EQUIPMENT

Most of the working mechanisms are protected inside the casing. However, for

efficient operation, the C846 relies on low friction. To keep the friction low, the

C846 pedals and internal mechanisms must be as clean as possible.

v To clean all exposed surfaces on the C846, it is recommended that you use

a diluted solution of mild soap. Clean the C846 everyday with a soft cloth,

dampened (not dripping wet) in the solution.

CAUTION: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will weaken the

unit’s coating and void the Precor LimitedWarranty. Never pour water

or spray liquids on any part of the C846. Allow the C846 to dry completely

before using.

v Periodically, clean the grooves on the foot pedals using a soft nylon scrub

brush.Vacuum the floor underneath the unit to prevent the accumulation of

dust and dirt.

v The Precor Heart Rate equipment requires little maintenance beyond keep-

ing it dust free. Dampen a sponge or soft cloth in mild soap and water to wipe

the touch-sensitive grips on the handlebar or to clean the POLAR^®chest

strap. Dry the surface thoroughly with a clean towel.

STORING THE POLAR CHEST STRAP

Store the chest strap transmitter in a place where dust and dirt cannot accumu-

late on it such as, a closet or drawer. Be sure to keep the chest strap protected

from extremes in temperature. Do not store it in an area that may be exposed to

temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

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ADJUSTING THE SEAT’S SIDE TO SIDE MOVEMENT ON THE

C846 RECUMBENT.

Periodically check the seat on the C846 Recumbent.Take the following steps to

eliminate any side to side rocking movement:

1. To determine if the seat rocks side to side, straddle the base with your feet

firmly planted on the floor.

2. Sit on the seat and face the display console. Gently, move your upper body

side to side. If the seat rocks side to side with you, you need to “realign” the

center wheels that run underneath the seat. Adjustment bolts are located on

the both sides of the seat rail.

To realign the seat’s center wheels, take the following steps:

1. Obtain a 3/16-inch and 5/16-inch hex key.

Diagram 17 Adjusting the

wheel locks.

Adjustment plate

Loosen

adjustment bolts

Wheel lock

adjustment key

2. Start on one side of the cycle and loosen the two adjustment bolts with the 3/

16-inch hex key as shown in Diagram 17.

3. Using a 5/16-inch hex key, turn the wheel lock adjustment key clockwise

1/4 turn. This thrusts the center wheel up inside the top rail. Continue

holding the hex key in place while you tighten the adjustment bolts with

the 3/16-inch hex key.

4. Remove the hex keys and perform step 3 on the opposite side of the seat.

5. Check that the seat no longer rocks from side to side. If rocking movement

continues, you may need to repeat the process.

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SERVICING THE C846 AND LONG TERM STORAGE

Do not attempt to service the C846 yourself except for the maintenance tasks

described in this manual. The unit does not contain any user-serviceable parts

that require lubrication. For information refer to Obtaining Service on page 7.

When the C846 battery recharger is in use, ensure that the power supply cord does not

create a safety hazard by keeping it out of the way of traffic and moving parts. If the

power supply cord or power conversion module is damaged, it should be replaced.

When the C846 is not in use, ensure that the battery recharger cord is unplugged from

the wall outlet and is positioned so that it will not become damaged or interfere with

other equipment or people.Ensure that is kept free from dirt, moisture, or damage.

USING THE OPTIONAL BATTERY RECHARGER

If no one has used the C846 for an extended period of time, the battery may need

recharging. Symptoms of a low battery include:

•

a flickering or erratic display

no workout statistics appear or accumulate

changes to the resistance are ignored

Note: The optional battery recharger can be connected or a sustained workout

may help recharge the battery. Refer to page 23, Informational Displays Prior to

Shutdown.

Diagram 18 shows the receptacle for the optional battery recharger.Plug the oppo-

site end into the appropriate power source for your unit (110/120v or 220/240v).You

can use the C846 while the battery recharger is plugged in.The display functions a

bit differently when the battery recharger is used. It returns to the Precor banner

instead of appearing blank when a user stops working out.

Diagram 18 Plugging in the battery

recharger.

Receptacle location

Battery recharger plug

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HEART RATE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

A few easy steps can be taken before you need to call customer support regard-

ing heart rate problems. One of the first things to do is verify the following:

❑ A POLAR^®chest strap is being worn properly by the user during a workout.

Or, the user is placing both hands on metal grips found on the handlebars.

❑ The user is pedaling above 20 RPM.

❑ The user is working out in a selected a course. (The Heart Rate feature is

activated when a course profile appears.) Note that if the user presses

QUICKSTART to access a course, the SmartRate and heart rate features will

not appear.

Other aspects of the heart rate option are discussed below:

Detecting a Heart Beat

It may take several seconds for the heart rate receiver to detect a number of valid

heartbeats.Once it does, the user’s heart rate is displayed when the Heart Rate

indicator (LED) is lit during the scanning process.

If “— — —” appears when the Heart Rate indicator (LED) is lit and all the previ-

ously discussed steps have been taken, then you need to do the following:

Touch-sensitive heart rate

•

to conduct electrical impulses from a user’s heart, both touch-sensitive grips

(metal strips) must be in contact with the user’s skin.Usually, the concentra-

tion of salts in a person’s perspiration provides enough conductivity to trans-

mit a signal to the receiver in the display console. However some people,

because of body chemistry or erratic heartbeats, cannot use the heart rate

touch-sensitive feature on the C846. A POLAR^®chest strap may provide

better results. Refer to Obtaining Service on page 7.

POLAR chest strap

•

Make sure that the electrodes on the chest strap are moist and placed prop-

erly against the skin. Sometimes, due to body chemistry, the chest strap

cannot successfully detect and transmit a heart rate. If this occurs, use the

electrolyte spray that accompanies the Precor Heart Rate Option package.

Follow the directions on the bottle. After spraying the electrode strips on the

chest strap, check to be sure that the strap is comfortably tight around the

chest and centered in the middle of the user’s chest.

•

Another possibility which can cause erratic readings is that the chest strap’s

battery may be dead. To purchase a new chest strap, refer to Obtaining

Service on page 7.

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Thank You and Welcome to Precor

We are confident that you will be pleased with your purchase and

that your new Precor equipment will help satisfy your customers’

fitness needs, while helping you meet your business goals.

To allow us to serve you better, please take a

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YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER ONLINE AT

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If you have questions or need additional information,

contact your local dealer or call Precor Customer Support

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Purchased from (Dealer name):

Date of Purchase:

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Day

Year

Product Serial Number(s):

Please indicate the type and number of products purchased:

❑ #: ______ Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer (EFX^®)

The serial number is located on the shipping box and on the product.

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How many members do you have?

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❑ 100 - 500

❑ 500 - 1000

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❑ 60% to 80%

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❑ Trade/consumer magazine article

❑ Other ________________________________________________________

What factors MOST influenced your decision to purchase this product (choose up to three):

❑ Precor reputation

❑ Prior product experience

❑ Design/appearance

❑ Value for the price

❑ Special product features

❑ Warranty

❑ Service

❑ Rebate or sale price

P/N 45622-101 Effective 30 June 2002

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Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty

PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR PRECOR INCORPORATED PRODUCT.

BY USING THE EQUIPMENT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Limited Warranty.

Disclaimer and Release.

Precor Incorporated warrants all new Precor products to be free from defects in materials and

manufacture for the warranty periods set forth below. The warranty periods commence on the

invoice date of the original purchase. This warranty applies only against defects discovered

within the warranty period and extends only to the original purchaser of the product. Parts

repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty will be warranted for the remainder of

the original warranty period only. To claim under this warranty, the buyer must notify Precor or

your authorized Precor dealer within 30 days after the date of discovery of any nonconformity

and make the affected product available for inspection by Precor or its service representative.

Precor’s obligations under this warranty are limited as set forth below.

The warranties provided herein are the exclusive

warranties given by Precor and supersede any

prior, contrary or additional representations,

whether oral or written. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,

INCLUDINGTHEWARRANTYOFMERCHANTABILITYOR

FITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSETHATAPPLY

TO ANY PARTS DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE LIMITED IN

DURATIONTOTHEPERIODSOFEXPRESSWARRAN-

TIES GIVEN ABOVE FORTHOSE SAME PARTS.

PRECORHEREBYDISCLAIMSANDEXCLUDESTHOSE

WARRANTIES THEREAFTER. SomeStatesdonot

allow limitations on how long an implied warranty

Warranty Periods and Coverage.

Commercial Products, also known as C-Series Products, (excluding

StretchTrainer, Strength Products).

lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

PRECORALSOHEREBYDISCLAIMSANDEXCLUDES

ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES, EXPRESS

OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE,WITH

RESPECTTOANYNONCONFORMANCEORDEFECTIN

ANYPRODUCT, INCLUDINGBUTNOTLIMITEDTO:

(A) ANY OBLIGATION, LIABILITY, RIGHT, CLAIM OR

REMEDYINTORT,WHETHERORNOTARISINGFROM

THENEGLIGENCEOFPRECORORITSSUPPLIERS

(WHETHERACTIVE, PASSIVEORIMPUTED);AND

(B) ANY OBLIGATION, LIABILITY, RIGHT, CLAIM OR

REMEDY FOR LOSS OF OR DAMAGETO ANY

•

Seven years frame, five years touch sensor display housing, two years parts, one year labor.

For treadmills, five years motor fan, three years drive motor.

For self-powered ellipticals and bikes, one year battery.

Labor coverage for options as defined below.

StretchTrainer

Five years frame, two years parts, 90 days upholstery, no labor.

Strength Products (Catalina 3.45 and Malibu 3.25 only)

Ten years frame; three years bearings, guide rods, cams, pulleys; one year belts, cables,

hand grips, miscellaneous parts; 90 days upholstery; no labor.

EQUIPMENT. This disclaimer and release shall

apply even if the express warranty set forth

above fails of its essential purpose.

Options / Accessories / Battery-powered or Self-Operated Devices

Many options or accessories have components that are connected internally or mounted inside

the electronic console. The following guidelines determine the warranty for these components. If

the internal components are installed by the factory or by an authorized dealer as part of the

original sale and delivery, they have a warranty that is identical to the warranty of the equipment in

which they are connected or mounted. If the internal components are not installed by the factory or

by an authorized dealer as part of the original sale and delivery, they have a 90 days parts and

labor limited warranty. All components that are not internally connected have a

Exclusive Remedies.

For any product described above that fails to

conform to its warranty, Precor will provide, at

their option, one of the following: (1) repair;

(2) replacement; or (3) refund of the purchase

price. Precor Limited Warranty service may be

obtained by contacting the authorized dealer

from whom you purchased the item. Precor

compensates Servicers for warranty trips

within their normal service area to repair

commercial equipment at the customer’s

location. You may be charged a trip charge

90 days parts only limited warranty. Satisfactory proof of purchase is required in all cases.

Conditions and Restrictions.

This warranty is valid only in accordance with the conditions set forth below:

1. The warranty applies to the Precor product only while

a. it remains in the possession of the original purchaser and proof of purchase is

demonstrated,

b. it has not been subjected to accident, misuse, abuse, improper service, or non-Precor

modification.

outside the service area. THESE SHALL BE THE

SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES OF THE BUYER

FOR ANY BREACH OFWARRANTY.

c. claims are made within the warranty period.

EXCLUSIONOFCONSEQUENTIAL

ANDINCIDENTALDAMAGES.

2. Certain products are warranted for light commercial use only (defined as use in non-fee paying

clubs or facilities and less than 4 hours daily use. Unapproved use voids the warranty. Current

light commercial products include C934, C932, EFX524, EFX534.).

3. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure caused by electrical wiring

not in compliance with electrical codes or Precor owner’s manual specifications, or failure

to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as outlined in the owner’s manual.

PRECORAND/ORITSSUPPLIERSSHALLHAVENO

OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY,WHETHER ARISING IN

CONTRACT(INCLUDINGWARRANTY),TORT(INCLUD-

ING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE

ANDSTRICTLIABILITY), OROTHERWISE, FOR

DAMAGETOTHEEQUIPMENT, PROPERTY DAMAGE,

LOSS OF USE, REVENUE OR PROFIT, COST OF

CAPITAL, COSTOFSUBSTITUTEEQUIPMENT,

ADDITIONALCOSTSINCURREDBYBUYER(BYWAYOF

CORRECTIONOROTHERWISE)ORANYOTHER

INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, ORCONSEQUEN-

TIALDAMAGES,WHETHERRESULTINGFROM

NONDELIVERYORFROMTHEUSE, MISUSEOR

INABILITYTO USE THE PRODUCT. This exclusion

4. Except in Canada, Precor does not pay labor outside the United States.

5. Warranties outside the United States and Canada may vary. Please contact

your local Dealer for details.

This Limited Warranty shall not apply to:

1. Software (PROM) version upgrades.

2. Normal wear and tear, consumables and cosmetic items, including, but not limited to

the following: grips, seats, and labels.

applies even if the above warranty fails of its

essential purposes and regardless of whether

such damages are sought for breach of warranty,

breach of contract, negligence, or strict liability in

tort or under any other legal theory. Some states

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental

or consequential damages, so the above limitation

may not apply to you.

3. Repairs performed on Precor equipment missing a serial number or with a serial tag

that has been altered or defaced.

4. Service calls to correct installation of the equipment or instruct owners on how to use

the equipment.

5. Pickup and delivery involved with repairs.

6. Any labor costs incurred beyond the applicable labor warranty period.

Complete this portion and keep for your records.

Purchased From: ___________________________ Example: Dealer or store name.

Phone Number: ____________________________ Example: Dealer or store telephone number.

Product/model: _____________________________ Example: EFX534 or 966

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and

you may also have other rights, which vary from

state to state.

Serial number: _____________________________

The serial number is found on the shipping container.

Effective 1 December, 2002

P/N 36286-108

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C846 Self-powered Commercial Cycle featuring Heart Rate and SmartRate^®Systems

Product Specifications

C846 Features:

Length: Upright 54 inches (137 cm): Recumbent 56 inches (142 cm)

CSAFE

Width: Upright 24 inches (61 cm): Recumbent 24 inches (61 cm)

Height: Upright 53 inches (135 cm): Recumbent 48 inches (122 cm)

Weight: Upright 127 lbs (57 kg): Recumbent 152 lbs (68 kg)

Shipping weight: Upright 142 lbs (64 kg): Recumbent 167 lbs (75 kg)

Resistance: 1 to 25

Heart Rate Telemetry

QuickStart^TM

SmartRate^®

Touch Heart Rate

Touch-Sensitive Display

Power: Self

Frame: Powder-coated steel

Regulatory Approval: FCC, ETL, CE

Electronic Specifications

C846 Courses: 14

C846 Display Readouts:

SmartRate^®*

Heart Rate*

Profile

Manual course

Cross Country course

Hill Climb Course

Random Course

Time

3 Interval courses

Remaining Time

Segment Time

Distance

Watts Control course

Heart Rate Control course*

Weight Loss course*

Resistance Custom course

2 Goal courses (Distance and Calories)

Fitness Test

Speed

Resistance

RPM

METs

Calories

Watts

Calories Per Minute

* The user must hold onto both touch-sensitive grips on the handlebars. Or, the user must wear a

POLAR^®chest strap. The POLAR^®chest strap is an option available through your dealer.

Precor, EFX, Move Beyond, Cross Ramp and SmartRate are

registered trademarks of Precor Incorporated.

QuickStart is a trademark of Precor Incorporated.

POLAR is a registered trademark of POLAR ELECTRO.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Precor web site: www.precor.com

C846 Lit Kit# 45701-103

OM# 45702-103

Online OM# 45702-403

Precor Incorporated

20031 142nd Avenue NE

P.O. Box 7202

Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002

Warranty Registration# 45622-101

Warranty# 36286-108

Upright Expl. Views# 45703-101 Rev. E

Recumbent Expl. Views# 45903-101 Rev. E

October 23, 2003

NOTICE:

Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award winning designs of exercise equipment. Precor

aggressively seeks U.S. and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the visual

aspects of its product design. Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs is hereby

forewarned that Precor considers the unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very

serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights.

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